For anyone offering work or looking for work in the youth circus world. http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/list.php?9 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:50:10 -0400 Phorum 5.2.5 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,40,40#msg-40 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,40,40#msg-40 lmmolnar@neworleansopera.org. Thank you!]]> leemarcmolnar Looking for work - Offering Work Mon, 12 Oct 2009 21:12:52 -0400 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,25,25#msg-25 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,25,25#msg-25
Flying Trapeze Instructor
Able to:
1) Catch students in and out of safety lines
2) Pull safety lines for positions and catches
3) Work on the platform with adults and children

Experience in trampoline, tightwire, juggling, circus bike, tumbling, etc.. is highly desired but not required. Working with children is required since we offer children's classes regularly, and host Circus Day Camp during the summer months.

We offer a competitive salary and additional work opportunities in our shop, where we manufacture custom circus equipment. Performance opportunities are also available.

Please send resume and letter of reference to:
Trapeze Arts
1822 9th St.
Oakland, CA. 94607
www.trapezearts.com
trapezearts@gmail.com
510-419-0700
(Entered 10/7/08}]]> mrrick_AYCOforum Looking for work - Offering Work Tue, 07 Oct 2008 18:08:16 -0400 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,24,24#msg-24 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,24,24#msg-24 for the 2009 Big Top Tour. The deadline for all documents to be received is
November 14, 2008. Please contact Sara Wunderle via sara@smirkus.org or
802-533-7443 x27 for more information or visit their website www.smirkus.org
and go to the auditions page. (Entered 10/7/08)]]> mrrick_AYCOforum Looking for work - Offering Work Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:37:41 -0400 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,23,23#msg-23 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,23,23#msg-23
Artistic/Managing Director
Prescott Circus Theatre

The Prescott Circus Theatre is an exciting and innovative after school circus arts education program serving youth in Oakland, California since 1984. The program’s original site, Prescott Elementary School, is the home of the performing company, comprised of 4th and 5th graders who train, rehearse, and entertain throughout the year. Circus skills include juggling, stilting, unicycling, acrobatics, balancing, hip hop dance, Hambone body percussion, clowning/acting, and performance production. The Prescott Circus also offers satellite programs at 6 additional Oakland schools. The program model combines best practices in youth development with a culturally conscious pedagogy and curriculum. The Prescott Circus is a well-known and highly valued community asset. Our young stars entertain over 30,000 fans annually. Staff and students alike share the core values of the Prescott Circus Theatre: “Hard Work, Teamwork, Practice, Believe in Myself, and Never Give Up!”

The Prescott Circus Theatre is currently seeking qualified applicants for a 75% position as Artistic/Managing Director for our performing company at Prescott School in West Oakland to provide direct services to youth in this well-established year-round program. The Artistic/Managing Director will also serve as co-leader of the Prescott Circus Theatre organization, reporting laterally to the Executive Director and the Satellite Program Director. High learning curve; deep job satisfaction. A desire to give from the heart is essential. Potential to grow to full time. Flexible start date in 2009.

For more information about the Prescott Circus Theatre, visit www.prescottcircus.org or contact us at info@prescottcircus.org.

Artistic/Managing Director responsibilities include:

Direct Services with Youth
• Lead performing company training, rehearsal, and performance production sessions 3-4 afternoons per week using best practices of youth development and risk management
• Create performance pieces in partnership with teaching artists and youth performers
• Prepare students to lead circus workshops for younger students and to interact with the public at various events
• Organize and implement homework support program
• Organize and implement supplementary classes with guest artists, including Junior Circus program
• Work with Leadership Team students currently in middle and high school to develop new projects and assist with training sessions and performances
• Direct students in public appearances at approximately 40 venues annually, primarily on week-ends
• Organize and lead annual events such as family pot luck, overnight study retreat, showcase or special event during spring break, and 5-week summer circus camp

Management and Organization
• Organize and implement all aspects of recruitment, retention, scheduling, coordination of facilities and equipment, record keeping, and evaluation.
• Manage all arrangements for performing events or appearances
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports of participant data and activities
• Communicate regularly with parents, community, school personnel, after-school staff, and media
• Maintain accurate expense records and receipts; work within budget
• Work with Executive Director, Satellite Program Director, and Advisory Committee in strategic planning process to facilitate organizational development, capacity building, and program expansion


Qualifications:

B.A. degree, related discipline preferred
Teaching experience, urban setting preferred
Performing arts background or experience, Circus Arts preferred
Creative energy balanced with strong organizational skills and experience
Commitment to maintaining a nurturing, safe, familial community
Cultural competence or willingness to learn
Computer skills or ability to learn: Word, Excel, data base management
Ability to develop and sustain positive relationships
Strong communication skills

Additional Desired Skills:

Intention for long-term commitment
Conflict resolution experience
Theatre technical expertise
Digital technical expertise: photography, video, music

California Teaching Credential a plus
Experience with West Oakland community and/or city of Oakland a plus
Experience working in public school settings a plus

Interested candidates should submit letter of interest and resume to info@prescottcircus.org.]]> mrrick_AYCOforum Looking for work - Offering Work Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:36:07 -0400 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,18,18#msg-18 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,18,18#msg-18
Our circus camp is located on the SUNY Purchase campus in Purchase, NY and is open from June 30th to August 22nd. Compensation will depend on the coach's level of experience. We work Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm and do not have campers on the weekend. The camp is for kids age 7 to 16. I am primarily looking for coaches that can give me four weeks or eight weeks of the summer, but I am interested in all resumes. Contact: Alisan Funk at funkerella@hotmail.com]]> mrrick_AYCOforum Looking for work - Offering Work Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:51:45 -0400 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,17,17#msg-17 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,17,17#msg-17

Circus Smirkus is gearing up for a blockbuster 2008 summer season. We are seeking qualified staff to fill positions in our 2008 Big Top Tour and Summer Circus Camp, as well as for the 2008-09 Smirkus Residency Program. If you are full of energy and ready to work hard, we'd loved to have you join our team of circus professionals! Visit our website, [smirkus.org] to download a 2008 job application. To go directly to the jobs page, click here: [smirkus.org].


Smirkus Camp is looking for energetic and skilled COACHES to teach basic to advanced skills in Acrobatics, Aerials, Juggling and Performance to children ages 6 to 18 from June 15th to August 16th. Camp sessions are 2 days to 2 weeks and end with campers performing their new skills to family and friends. If interested, please send your resume and job application to Megan Rose at megan@smirkus.org.

Smirkus Big Top Tour kicks off with an intensive 3-week rehearsal period on June 7th, then travels throughout New England from June 28th to August 16th after visiting 16 towns and performing 70 shows. Tour staff experiences firsthand the excitement and adventures of being part of a traditional touring youth circus. Teamwork, a good attitude, and the willingness to get things done are a must! Go to our website to see what position(s) interest you and send your resume to judy@smirkus.org.

Smirkus Residency Program is searching for CIRCUS PROFESSIONALS who want to teach circus skills to students for the 2008-09 school year. Smirkus Residencies are available to New England area schools from September through May each year for one or two week periods of time. We expect that kids will experience an introduction to the physical skills required for circus arts as well as gain a basic understanding of our philosophy: “Compete with yourself. Cooperate with others.” If you love travel, working with kids, have the ability to teach a variety of circus skills and are interested in becoming part of the Residency Artist team, please send your resume to sara@smirkus.org.]]> mrrick_AYCOforum Looking for work - Offering Work Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:51:01 -0400 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,16,16#msg-16 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,16,16#msg-16
Position Summary:

Come help us teach the art of life through circus education. St, Louis, Missouri's only circus school and social circus program is seeking a unique individual to add to their staff. We have a strong social circus mission that includes a code of ethics for students and teachers. Teachers are considered role models to the students and ambassadors to the community. We teach over 1300 students a year in both single and semester-long classes. In addition to our on-site location, we present outreach classes in a number of off-site locations. In some cases, our teachers are the most reliable adult in our students' life. This is not just a job. It is a commitment to becoming part of a family that helps children "defy gravity, soar with confidence and leap over social barriers, all at the same time." We are seeking a teacher who can teach a wide variety of circus arts and is also able to choreograph acts and shows with our students. Students range in age from 5 to 81 years old, although most are children. Currently, for us to provide a full 40 hour work week, candidate will need to also perform administrative duties and/or perform.

Responsibilities:

Teach beginner, intermediate and advanced circus arts classes for children and adults of different abilities and backgrounds
Help students develop their own acts
Choreograph student shows
Keep circus classroom, storage areas and costumes clean and organized
Teach life skills such as persistence, focus and teamwork through circus arts
Uphold and model a code of ethics
Help students maintain circus skill log books
Track results of developed logic models to prove program effectiveness
Ideal candidate needs to be able to handle administrative duties and/or perform
>Admin skills include computer proficiency in Word, Excel, Access and graphics programs (experience creating newsletters and programs a plus)

>Performing requires 20 – 30 minute solo show that can be presented in the round (strolling skills--- juggling, stilt-walking, magic, etc--- a plus)


Qualifications:

Must be qualified to teach at least three of the following genres up to advanced level:

Acrobatics, Aerials, Equilibristics, Object Manipulation and Clowning

Acrobatics: forward rolls through twisting somersaults plus partner acrobatics and pyramids
Aerials: static trapeze, lyra, Spanish Web, cloud swing, fabric, double and triple trapeze
Equilibristics: rolla bolla, rolling globe, unicycle, tight wire, slack wire, free standing ladder
Object Manipulation: toss juggling, contact juggling, diabolo, devil sticks plate spinning, hat manipulations, etc.
Clowning and character development as well as prop construction and make-up
In addition: Magic--- sleight of hand and big illusions--- a plus
POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

Application Information:

Mail, email, or fax resume and cover letter

Circus Day Foundation

3340 Oxford Ave.

St. Louis, MO 63143

(note: actual office location is at City Museum in downtown St. Louis)

Email: circusday@everydaycircus.net

Fax: 314-645-4277

For more information about Circus Day Foundation/Circus Harmony, please visit www.circusday.org.

Jessica Hentoff
Artistic/Executive Director
Circus Day Foundation
www.circusday.org
Office: 314-436-7676
Cell: 314-226-3633]]> mrrick_AYCOforum Looking for work - Offering Work Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:50:25 -0400 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,15,15#msg-15 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,15,15#msg-15 eofri@conncoll.edu. Website: www.tvmsartscamp.org]]> mrrick_AYCOforum Looking for work - Offering Work Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:49:38 -0400 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,14,14#msg-14 http://www.americanyouthcircus.org/forum/read.php?9,14,14#msg-14 Circus – Music – Drama – Visual Art

Also in need of COUNSELORS with experience working in one or more of the above disciplines.

Full and Part-time positions available.

Program Details:
Program runs 07 JUL – 01 AUG 2008.
888 Monkeys SAP writes 2 original scripts/summer.
Kids 9-16 create and perform these shows in 2 weeks.
Audience is usually ±250 friends and family.
Also running playful, half-day, 1-week programming for children 5-8.
Local housing is available.

Qualifications:
All Staff:

Prior experience in summer camp environment
Prior experience and enthusiastic about working with children aged 5-16
Multi-skilled, flexible, energetic, and organized.


Teachers/Coaches:

For CIRCUS, be able to teach more than one of the following: juggling, diabolo, devil sticks, juggling, unicylcing, tightwire, rolling globe, rolla, clown, tumbling, pyramids, partner acro, static single trapeze, web
For MUSIC, be able to teach more than one of the following: rhythm, percussion, home-made instruments, camp song
For DRAMA, be able to teach more than one of the following: improv, movement, vocalization
For ART, be able to teach more than one of the following: set design, set painting, cartooning, publicity, mask-making


Interested?
Send resume to jobs@888monkeys.org or give me a call at: +1 (480) 285-8330

Know someone who might be interested?
Please forward this message to any potentially interested parties.

Thanks for your time,

Carlo Gentile, Program Administration
888 Monkeys Summer Arts Program
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Tel/Fax: (866) 208-6291
carlo@888monkeys.org
[www.888monkeys.org]

888 Monkeys. . .
dedicated to promoting, performing and teaching circus arts
in order to build confidence, expand life choices and inspire artistry.]]> mrrick_AYCOforum Looking for work - Offering Work Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:49:07 -0400